Athletics

The lessons learned in athletics go far beyond the court. The development of character attributes such as perseverance, confidence and fair play as well as improved fitness, development of skills and a sense of belonging are all important qualities gained by being part of a team. The basic premise in St. Augustine athletic activities is that participation is a privilege and with that privilege comes several responsibilities. As a result, individuals should recognize that their abilities will be secondary to the development of proper attitudes including the ideals of dedication and sportsmanship. St. Augustine Kings and Queens are proud to represent their school and as such, the conduct of all participants should reflect the ideals of St. Augustine School.

On Being A St. Augustine King/Queen

Success must be built on some sound philosophical principles. The principles, which will become the fabric of being a King or Queen are summarized as follows:

• Positive Attitude

  As a King or Queen, you are responsible for projecting a mature, positive attitude toward the game, its officials, your opponents, teammates, coaching staff and administrators of the program as well as the public. At all times, your conduct should reflect positively on you, your team and your school.

• Team Before Self

  Most sports are team games and although it is proper and even necessary to have personal objectives, it is paramount that each St. Augustine King or Queen possesses an unselfish attitude where team objectives are primary.

• Attributes for Success

  Through participation in sport, athletes have the opportunity to develop in aspects of life that contribute to maturation and knowledge as a human being. To that end, St. Augustine Kings or Queens should work towards personal growth in:

  • Academic Discipline

    • a positive, active commitment to studies and maintenance of an achievable realistic academic performance
    • attending all scheduled classes (failure to attend classes will exclude the athlete from playing on game day and habitual absence will result in suspension from the team)

  • Maturity

    • be responsible to yourself and your team
    • ability to build a ‘game day’ routine
    • seek ways to make positive contributions to the team
    • be unselfish in terms of playing time, individual statistics and public recognition
    • accept responsibility for your own behaviour
    • act in a rational and thoughtful manner